Adjunct Faculty, Intro to Psychology - General Education - Online Campus

<p style="text-align:left"><b>Job Description:</b></p><p>The General Education Department is seeking a highly qualified and student-centered adjunct faculty member to teach Introduction to Psychology within the online campus. This foundational, first-year course requires an instructor who excels at bridging the gap between academic theory and real-world application while fostering a supportive environment for students transitioning into higher education. The department prioritizes candidates who can cultivate meaningful connections in a virtual space and employ innovative pedagogical tools. Online courses are delivered via the Canvas learning management system. Prior to instruction, all new adjunct faculty must complete a seven-week Teaching Online Pedagogy and Standards (TOPS) course. This is a remote position.</p><p></p><p><b>Principal Duties:</b></p><p></p><p>· Instruct the Introduction to Psychology course, emphasizing the foundational concepts of human behavior, cognition, and development.</p><p>· Facilitate a dynamic asynchronous learning environment supplemented by scheduled synchronous engagement sessions to build community and clarify complex topics.</p><p>· Implement restorative pedagogical practices to manage the classroom environment, resolve conflicts, and foster a sense of belonging and accountability.</p><p>· Proactively utilize First-Year Experience (FYE) supports to help students navigate academic expectations and institutional resources.</p><p>· Integrate AI tools into the curriculum to enhance learning, while providing guidance on the ethical and professional use of generative AI in academic work.</p><p>· Provide substantive, encouraging, and timely feedback on assignments, specifically tailored to the developmental needs of first-year and first-generation learners.</p><p>· Attend virtual departmental meetings and professional development sessions focused on first-year student success.</p><p></p><p><b>Position Qualifications:</b></p><p></p><p>· A minimum of a Master’s degree in Psychology is required; a Doctoral degree is preferred.</p><p>· Proven experience teaching in an online, asynchronous environment is mandatory.</p><p>· Demonstrated experience mentoring and supporting first-year and first-generation college students, with a deep understanding of the unique challenges these populations face.</p><p>· Documented awareness and prior use of First-Year Experience (FYE) frameworks or student success initiatives.</p><p>· Specialized training in and practical experience with Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools in an educational or professional setting.</p><p>· Evidence of a restorative approach to student engagement and classroom management.</p><p>· Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to form authentic connections with students through digital platforms.</p><p><span>Please provide a cover letter that addresses each of the position qualifications.</span></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>The Chicago School offers a generous compensation and benefits package, as well as the opportunity to work for a leader in the field of education. Some of our key benefits include: generous paid time-off, medical and dental coverage, company-paid life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts (FSA), tuition reimbursement, professional development, and regular employee appreciation events.<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>The Chicago School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Apply Link:</b></p><p><b>Company:</b></p>The Chicago School